Telluride vs Alta — Snowfall Comparison

Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.

Telluride

Colorado, USA

Elevation
4,008m / 13,150ft
Annual Snowfall
289cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
33%
Season Snowfall
243cm
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Alta

Utah, USA

Elevation
3,374m / 11,070ft
Annual Snowfall
490cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
53%
Season Snowfall
400cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthTelluride (cm)Alta (cm)
November31.247
December37.560.3
January44.478.2
February39.772.6
March55.478.9
April34.462.9

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alta receives more annual snowfall (490cm) compared to Telluride (289cm) — a difference of 201cm per year. The best month for powder at Telluride is March (33% probability), while Alta's best is March (53% probability).